1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LeSabre | E |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
